Senior Construction Scheduler (Utilities)

Integrated Project Services

  • Somerset, NJ
  • $120,000-150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Job DescriptionAt IPS, we apply our knowledge, skills, and passion to make a difference in the lives of people, solving complex challenges related to life sciences. We are looking for a dedicated Senior Construction Scheduler to join our talented team at our office located in Somerset, NJ.Position Responsibilities
  • Develops, monitors, and updates project plans & schedules encompassing the entire engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) life cycle.
  • Analyzes schedule input from project partners including clients, internal teams, vendors, and contractors to verify schedule durations and integrity as well as evaluate the logic and float paths.
  • Integrates data into an overall master schedule and ensures the credibility of the information in the master schedule.
  • Makes recommendations to manage float and (re)sequence activities to achieve project milestones/target dates.
  • Collaborates with team to support constructability and value engineering.
  • Baselines schedules and document basis for approval.
  • Monitors schedule progress, deviations, and variances and assesses impacts on the critical/near-critical path activities.
  • Assists in developing alternatives for corrective action.
  • Performs job site walks to verify the physical progress of scheduled activities and analyze change orders for schedule impacts.
  • Continually progress & review schedules with the project team to ensure accurate and timely data is incorporated and forecasted.
  • Ability to generate earned value, SPI, CPI, and other schedule metrics.
  • Prepares schedule progress reports, trending charts, and schedule analysis.
  • Maintains record of scope changes, trends, and variances that potentially affect schedule performance.
  • Collaborates with all groups to improve company processes, systems, and intellectual infrastructure to promote organizational learning and continuous improvement.
Come join a caring, nimble team that delivers world-class designs for our pharmaceutical clients and take your career to new heights!The salary offered for this role is between $120,000 and $150,000 but actual salary offered is dependent on skills, experience and education
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field, construction management, or applicable experience.
  • 7+ years of experience as a planner/scheduler on facilities capital projects.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and qualification (EPCQ) processes.
  • Understanding of engineering and construction methodologies and technical documentation.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the use of modern planning and scheduling principles, methodologies, techniques, and tools including CPM, Last Planner, 4D, etc.
  • Strong analytical and computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in Primavera P6 Planner, Microsoft Project & Office Suite programs.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of vPlan, BIM 360, and other visual & collaborative planning tools.
  • PMI or AACEI certification.
  • Experience in the pharma/biotech industry.
About UsIPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.SpecialtiesProcess Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.Attention Search Firms / Third-Party Recruiters: IPS is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities with IPS. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at IPS via email, the Internet, or directly to hiring managers at IPS in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for a specific position will be deemed the sole property of IPS, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by IPS as a result of the referral or through other means.
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